1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.

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1981 Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Spider TrailBlazer
Year Released 1981 2003
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2880 mm